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Junior Estimator

Job in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Tomlinson Group of Companies
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-22
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 CAD Yearly CAD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Tomlinson is seeking a driven and detail‑oriented Junior Estimator to join our Estimation team. In this role, you will work closely with professional Estimators to support day‑to‑day estimating operations, contributing to the preparation, organization, and coordination of project bids. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and eager to learn industry‑leading estimation tools and processes. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within a dynamic, fast‑paced construction environment while gaining hands‑on experience from seasoned professionals.

Location: 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, ON

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Review bid sites on a daily basis and put potential projects on a list for the estimation manager and senior estimators to review. Projects that fit the profile for bidding will then be added to the bid board. You will download all the bid documentation and file them in the estimation SharePoint folder.

  • Completing all job opening tasks in SAP. This includes setting up projects in SAP and assisting estimators in pushing cost plans from Hard Dollar into SAP, as well as implementing standardized job opening process across the estimation division.

  • Collecting all successful bid Contracts and circulating them for internal signatures and then handling them off to Contract’s Coordinator to send out for owner signatures and to be tracked in the Contracts tracking system.

  • Assist estimators in setting up external subcontracts. Reviewing completeness of subcontracts and transferring term and conditions to our subcontract forms. Tracking and sending completed packages to the Contract’s Coordinator.

  • Tracking all bid closures and ensuring the estimators enter all bid results into SharePoint to ensure we track accurate and complete information. Assist some estimators in entering the results if needed.

  • Printing sets of drawings and documents when required.

  • Learning Estimation Software (Hard Dollar) and assisting on new bids as needed.

  • REQUIREMENTS:

  • A high proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-Point and Outlook

  • A high degree of proficiency using Share Point

  • Excellent writing and communication skills

  • Working knowledge of SAP software an asset

  • working knowledge of Planswift and/or Bluebeam software an asset

  • Excellent document control and organization skills

  • Fast learner of new software (Hard Dollar and SAP)

  • COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

  • The expected salary range for this position is $60,000-$80,000. Placement within the range is dependant on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.
  • TOMLINSON OFFERS
    :

  • Competitive wages
  • Bonus programs
  • Employer paid health and dental benefits
  • Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement benefits program
  • Family-oriented team environment
  • Employee discounts and other rewards programs
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